Malerigam - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Malerigam is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranapatuli Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malerigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malerigam is 415724. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 762027 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Malerigam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malerigam
According to the 2011 Census, Malerigam village had a total population of 152 people, including 83 males and 69 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 831 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.19%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 55.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 64 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 19 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Malerigam
Malerigam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Malerigam
Malerigam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Malerigam is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Malerigam is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malerigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malerigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malerigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malerigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malerigam
Where is Malerigam located?
Malerigam village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malerigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Malerigam is Ranapatuli Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Malerigam?
The pincode of Malerigam is 762027.
What is the population of Malerigam?
Malerigam had a total population of 152, including 83 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Malerigam?
Malerigam had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malerigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malerigam was 75.19%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 55.93%.